EU Archives: Nelson Mandela visits the Commission, Schengen Agreement signed, Bono in Brussels

Source: European Commission (video statements)

The European Commission has welcomed numerous prominent guests, like Nelson Mandela and “U2” lead singer Bono. But these were not the only important events this week. Dive further with us into the European Commission’s audiovisual archives and discover important anniversaries with our new weekly AV history teaser!

Upcoming anniversaries in the teaser:

· 1975: Greece applies for membership in the European Communities
· 1985: Signing of the Schengen Agreements
· 1990: Nelson Mandela, former President of the African National Congress, meets with Commission President Jacques Delors
· 2005: “U2” lead singer Bono visits the European Commission and its President José Barroso

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